Environment Agency urges people to make flood plan

The Millmead area of Guildford was hit by flooding from the River Wey in early March

The Environment Agency (EA) is urging Guildford residents to make a flood plan for the upcoming months.

The flood resilience team hosted an event in Guildford on 11 September where they gave out advice on personal and community flood-resilience.

Advice comes after flooding incidents as recent as August left cars stranded.

Maddy Adams, flood risk manager for EA, said the event was held to speak to "as many people as possible in Guildford, about their flood risk and about what they can do in the short term".

Ms Adams said EA wants to try to reduce the effect flooding could have this winter.

She highlighted the areas most affected by flooding are Millmead, William Road, Mary Road and Walnut Tree Close.

In the event of receiving a flood warning alert, residents should plan for where they can go and move their car "away from flood risk", Ms Adams said.

She also urged people to try to keep sentimental items up high in their houses.

The event showcased gadgets which can assist people when flooding occurs, such as puddle pumps and air brick covers

Vulnerable people who are elderly, disabled and those with young children should seek someone who can aid them in an event of a flood, Ms Adams said.

She added: "One of our bits of advice when we send out flood warnings to people is about turning off the gas and the electricity."

But she said do not do this as a first step as it could hinder people getting information and help.

The event held at Guildford Cricket Club's pavilion also showcased gadgets which can assist people when flooding occurs such as puddle pumps and air brick covers.

Residents can sign up to EA's flood warning service to be notified about flooding.

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